Great charters
start before the dock.
Connect the operating model, vessel, crew and guest experience before the first booking becomes a departure.
Starting a Charter Business in Miami
Describe the operating model in writing. Confirm the exact commercial pickup location.
How to Start a Charter Business in Florida
Describe who controls the vessel. Confirm vessel and crew suitability.
Choosing a Charter Operating Model
Identify who hires and directs the captain. Document possession and expense responsibilities.
Identifying Applicable Business Licenses and Permits
Identify federal, state and local questions. Check facility conditions.
Florida Livery Requirements and Applicability
Describe the rental arrangement to FWC. Review permit and instruction requirements.
Pricing Charters from Operating Costs
Separate fixed and trip costs. Estimate usable booking days.
Booking, Payment and Reconciliation Procedures
Record the booking and charges. Verify payment changes independently.
Writing Cancellation and Weather Policies
Define notice and refund terms. Separate safety decisions from preferences.
Customer Identification and Data Retention
Identify the purpose for collection. Use appropriate storage.
Accurate Charter Listings and Fee Disclosures
Describe the vessel accurately. Explain extra fees.
Third-Party Booking Platform Responsibilities
Read payment and cancellation terms. Identify insurance responsibilities.
Understanding Bareboat Charters in Florida
Identify who has possession and control. Review independent captain arrangements.
Bareboat vs Captained Charter Arrangements
Map the actual relationships. Compare contracts with practice.
Charterer Possession and Control
Document the handover. Review decision-making rights.
Independent Captain Selection and Engagement
Clarify who selects and engages the captain. Review independence and payment arrangements.
Owner Involvement in a Bareboat Charter
List owner services and restrictions. Identify retained control.
Allocating Bareboat Charter Expenses
List each expense category. Assign payment responsibility.
Understanding a Bareboat Charter Agreement
Describe the vessel and parties. Align control and cost provisions.
Vessel Delivery, Acceptance and Return
Record condition and inventory. Note fuel and existing damage.
Common Bareboat Arrangement Mistakes
Compare marketing with the operating model. Check captain engagement.
Checking a Vessel's Eligibility for Intended Charter Use
Identify construction, ownership and documentation. Define route and passenger service.
Passenger Counting and Limits by Operation
Distinguish capacity from regulatory limits. Identify who counts under the applicable rules.
Uninspected vs Inspected Passenger Vessels
Describe the proposed passenger service. Review inspection status.
Understanding a Vessel Certificate of Inspection
Confirm validity. Review route and service conditions.
Coastwise Endorsements and Charter Operations
Review vessel documentation. Describe the intended carriage.
MARAD Small Vessel Waivers and Their Limits
Check program applicability. Read the waiver's conditions.
Foreign-Built Boats and Commercial Eligibility
Identify build and ownership history. Describe the proposed operation.
Gross, Net and Regulatory Tonnage Explained
Identify the tonnage system. Find the applicable certificate.
Understanding Yacht Management Agreements
Define management services. Set approval limits.
Owner Revenue and Expense Reporting
Separate revenue from collections. Itemize expenses.
Maintenance Authorization and Spending Controls
Set spending limits. Identify approval contacts.
Hiring Crew and Checking Qualifications
Verify identity and credentials appropriately. Discuss relevant vessel experience.
Planning Safe Charter Turnarounds
Assign turnaround tasks. Check defects before boarding.
Defining Owner and Manager Responsibilities
Map operating decisions. Allocate renewals and maintenance.
Fishing Charter Setup and Permit Research
Define species and waters. Check applicable charter and fishing permissions.
Diving and Snorkeling Charter Responsibilities
Identify the activity and participants. Use appropriately qualified supervision.
Florida Personal Watercraft Rental Operations
Check FWC rental requirements. Plan instruction and records.
Watersports Add-Ons and Operator Responsibilities
Review equipment and participant needs. Confirm supervision and insurance.
Yacht Events, Catering and Alcohol: Requirements to Check
Identify caterer and alcohol arrangements. Review applicable permissions.
Overnight and Term-Charter Planning
Confirm sleeping arrangements. Plan crew rest and service.
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